Types of Appointments

In-Person

For the health and safety of everyone involved, you may be asked to wear a mask during your appointment. Each in-person site may have additional safety protocols in place.

Each person filing a tax return requires an individual appointment. (Unless filing married filing jointly) If multiple family members are filing, please have each person schedule an appointment. Please schedule a separate appointment for each tax year you need completed. 

Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete the required paperwork to ensure a smooth and efficient process. While we strive to complete timely returns, please understand that we cannot guarantee your appointment will start precisely on time. Please bring all the required documents to your appointment. Download this checklist to ensure you have what you need.

This type of tax preparation can be done on your home computer, smartphone, or at your local library. You will need to be able to upload documents from your computer or phone into our secure software platform. Once you make an appointment, A staff member will arrange an agreed-upon time to contact you via phone to gather information needed to begin the process. You will then receive an email describing what you need to do to get started. This email will include an intake form, consent form, and instructions on how to use our online portal and set up your account. You will then receive a second email from our secure portal which will include an invitation link for you to access and set up your account. We will provide you with a support email so you can contact us with any difficulties you may experience.

Your appointment slot does not mean you will speak with a tax preparer at that exact time. Your timeslot only reserves your place in the virtual queue for your selected date. A staff member will contact you after your documents have been uploaded correctly into the software (This includes the intake form, and consent form sent via your first email). After all documents have been uploaded, the tax preparer will begin working on your return within 48-72 hours to complete your tax preparation. A quality reviewer will look over your return then contact you to review your tax return via the online portal and for you to sign the tax return by e-signature.  Once signed your return will be transmitted and e-filed. 

The Facilitated Self Assistance is a (Self Prepared) tax return process. To use this service there are income restrictions to meet to qualify for the free use of this service. If your household makes less than $84,000 and you would like to file your own return, we can provide you free access to TaxSlayer, on online tax software, to file your federal and state returns yourself at no cost.

Due to software restrictions, we cannot post these links publicly. If you’d like to use this service, please fill out the form below. After signing up, you’ll receive an email with secure access instructions for TaxSlayer.

Access begins February 1 of each tax season.

Facilitated Self Assistance (FSA) Tax Filing Program Signup

If you’re an international student and have determined that you are filing as a resident for tax purposes, you may be eligible to use our Facilitated Self Assistance (FSA) program to complete your tax return.

The FSA program is a self-preparation process that gives you free access to TaxSlayer, an online tax software. If your household income is less than $84,000, and you’re comfortable preparing your own return, this is a great no-cost option for filing both your federal and state tax returns. Assistance from an IRS-certified volunteer is available if you have questions along the way.

Due to software restrictions, we cannot post these links publicly. If you’d like to use this service, please fill out the form below. After signing up, you’ll receive an email with secure access instructions for TaxSlayer.

Access begins February 1 of each tax season.

Facilitated Self Assistance (FSA) Tax Filing Program Signup

Additional Information for Filing as a Resident 
Follow the instructions to sign up for the FSA link, which will arrive to you in an email after February 1st of each tax season. It is important you use a valid email address to ensure you receive the FSA link.

TaxSlayer FSA (Facilitated Self Assistance) Program Guide

*This sign up is ONLY for those filing as resident*

If you’re a nonresident and meet the income requirements, you can sign up below to request secure access to the FSA (Facilitated Self Assistance) tax filing program. After submitting the form, you’ll receive an email with everything you need to begin preparing your federal tax return using TaxSlayer.

Facilitated Self Assistance (FSA) for Nonresident Tax Filers Signup

If you're filing as a nonresident using Form 1040NR, please note the following:

• You will only be able to file your federal tax return electronically through our FSA program.
• If you need to file a Nebraska state return, you must do so in person at the Nebraska Department of Revenue:
  301 Centennial Mall South, Lincoln, NE 68508
  Staff there will assist you in filing your nonresident state return.

Helpful Documents to Assist with Your Federal Return
Please download and review the following resources before you begin preparing your return. These materials will guide you through common questions, treaty benefits, and specific steps for filing correctly as a nonresident.

• Electronic Instructions 2024 - India.pdf
• Electronic Instructions 2024 - No Treaty.pdf
• Electronic Instructions 2024 - Treaty.pdf
• How to Reset Return.pdf
• List of Deans by College for Form 8843-3.pdf
• p4011.pdf
• Final Instructions.pdf

Do I file as a resident or non-resident on my tax return? Follow the decision tree to determine how you will file Chart A (Student) Chart B (Teacher) 

Chart A

Chart B

International Student Tax FAQ

Still have questions? Email us Vita@unl.edu